BAE Systems

Master Planner II

BAE Systems$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience; higher degrees may substitute for experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Skilled in Microsoft Project 2019 or later, or Primavera P6
  • Familiarity with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) is a plus
  • Understanding of Production Center planning and execution is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain multi-year production plans
  • Collaborate with Control Account Managers and IPT Leads to assess resource needs
  • Coordinate program baseline development to meet EVMS requirements
  • Ensure schedule updates are integrated into production schedules
  • Communicate scheduled work effectively with technicians and engineers
  • Create production calendars for forecasting and prioritization
  • Analyze production schedule trends to ensure integrity and accuracy

Benefits

  • Regular in-person engagement for collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for process improvement and career advancement
  • Access to innovative projects in the Aerospace and Defense sector
  • Positive and collaborative workplace culture
  • Work in diverse settings including offices, labs, and production floors
Full Job Description
Job Description

Working as a Master Planner/Scheduler at BAE Systems Inc. Space & Mission Systems (SMS) is an exciting opportunity to become part of a high-tech team of people developing innovative products for the Aerospace and Defense industry. You will be responsible for developing a multi-year plan that the team must follow to produce the customer deliverable. You will support the Production Centers with development of standard reports and custom reports as needed. This position will be at our Colorado location.

What You'll Do:
  • Support weekly Production Center Management presentation and Metric development using schedule data.
  • Work with the Control Account Managers (CAM) and Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads to determine resource needs to support the work.
  • Coordinate with program planning counterpart in the development and implementation of the program baseline to meet the Earned Value Management System Description requirements.
  • Work with CAMs to ensure schedule updates are entered into the production Schedules as provided.
  • Work with Technicians, Responsible Engineers, and the Manufacturing Engineers on the production floor to ensure scheduled work for Programs is being communicated effectively.
  • Develop production-based calendars using schedule data that can be utilized for on the floor forecasting, capacity, and priority decision making provide the program with primary and secondary critical path analysis, variance to baseline analysis, and look-ahead reporting.
  • Be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and interpreting trends or patterns in production schedules.
  • Maintain the integrity of production schedules for audit purposes.
  • Work with management to prioritize business and information needs.
  • Work with management to assist in locating and defining new process improvement opportunities.
  • Monitor actual output versus the Program Production Plan. Identify gaps and drive solutions, including a metric on production performance to the requested production schedule.
  • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
  • Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.


Required Skills and Education

  • Bachelor's degree plus 2 or more years related experience.
  • Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
  • Experienced using Microsoft Office products (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Experienced using Microsoft Project 2019 or later, or Primavera P6.
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Preferred Skills and Education

  • Understanding of and experience in working with EVMS.
  • Working knowledge of Production Center execution and planning.


This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Multiple positions may be available on this opening.

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems plc is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company. It is among the world's largest defense contractors, with over 85,000 employees and operations in over 40 countries. BAE Systems is involved in the design, development, and manufacture of a wide range of products and services, including military aircraft, naval ships, and land vehicles. The company also provides a range of cybersecurity and intelligence services. BAE Systems has a long history, dating back to the 19th century, and has been involved in many major defense projects. Visit baesystems.com for more information.
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90,500 employees
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Founded
1997
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